8th grade visual arts is a semester-long course in which we will focus on building and refining your drawing skills, your working knowledge of the elements and principles of design, your ability to articulate thoughts about art (art criticism), and your familiarity with artists and art movements in the ‘real’ Art World (art history). You will maintain a developmental workbook in which you will complete exercises that support major studio projects. The workbook will also e used for written analyses of artworks from different cultures and time periods, and personal reflections on your work and the work of others. We will complete a minimum of two units this semester.
class expectations:
Arrive to class on time: class starts 5 minutes after passing time.
Participate in class discussions.
Use class time wisely: respect deadlines
Create independently.
Work diligently.
Use materials properly.
Show respect for yourself, your peers and the teacher.
Clean up the workspace: no one leaves until the room is picked up.
SNOW DAY March 9
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deadlines:
Welcome!
8th grade visual arts is a semester-long course in which we will focus on building and refining your drawing skills, your working knowledge of the elements and principles of design, your ability to articulate thoughts about art (art criticism), and your familiarity with artists and art movements in the ‘real’ Art World (art history). You will maintain a developmental workbook in which you will complete exercises that support major studio projects. The workbook will also e used for written analyses of artworks from different cultures and time periods, and personal reflections on your work and the work of others. We will complete a minimum of two units this semester.
class expectations:
Arrive to class on time: class starts 5 minutes after passing time.
Participate in class discussions.
Use class time wisely: respect deadlines
Create independently.
Work diligently.
Use materials properly.
Show respect for yourself, your peers and the teacher.
Clean up the workspace: no one leaves until the room is picked up.
NO GUM, NO HEADPHONES, NO CELL PHONES
supplies: sketchbook* (blank white,unlined pages, A4 spiral bound)
2 drawing pencils* (2B, 6B or ebony pencil) a large eraser* (not the kind just attached to the end of your pencil)
set of 12 or more colored pencils
you must have your sketchbook with you in class every day.
myp criteria
Unit I: The Art of the Renaissance
Unit II: Abstraction